Newsletter Autumn edition 2015

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Autumn Edition 2015

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Sneaky peek into this Autumn edition...

Park Manager of the Year!

Autumn Suggestions Brand new recipes to try this season

Park Manager of the Year

Send us your vote!

Business Awards We're nominated!

Boxer Ben Jones

All about his training camp at Port Haverigg

Once upon a time... ...There was a castle named Saltmarshe, located within a peaceful rural setting, close to the town of Bromyard, where nowadays our amazing new park is laid!

Although the Castle itself was demolished many years ago, parts of the outer walls and turrets still remain together with various outbuildings and stables, making this a historic and peaceful site.

THE WORK HAS ALREADY STARTED! As we’ve announced in the last Newsletter, Wyldecrest Parks has recently acquired its first site in Herefordshire and a massive refurbishment programme is planned for the park’s upgrade over the next years. The development is now under way!

Besides the brand new signage and continuous maintenance works, the park has seen its water supply upgraded. With essential replacements and developments, the water service has truly improved throughout the entire site.

The Ch ar Weeke ity Family Fu nd at S n altmar Castle she Carava n Park w a succe a ss! We £1,500 ’ve rais s at the ed e ve The Air Ambula nt in aid of nce Se rvice!

A new one way system with a 10mph speed restriction is now in place in order to improve the traffic and pedestrian safety around the park and works are also being carried out into the park’s electric supply system.

But it won’t stop here…watch this space!!!

The brand new signs look fantastic!

I’ve named them as “Signs of things to come”. It’s such a breath of fresh air. Wyldecrest is breathing new life into Saltmarshe .

Mary, Saltmarshe Castle Park caravan owner

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“This place is such a gem and I can’t wait to see it progressing even more! All these works we’re doing and the improvements planned for the future will only upraise its natural potential!”

Alfie Best, Wyldecrest's Chairman

Non-stop

PROGRESS AT PORT HAVERIGG The enormous refurbishment programme doesn’t stop at Port Haverigg Marina Village Holiday Park! The children’s brand new play area is now completed and being enjoyed by owners and holidaymakers.

On the lakeside of this stunning park located near the picturesque village of Millom, Cumbria, the redevelopment works have also begun and most of the ground works are now in place for the new lake edge, turfed areas and footpath. Plus, we’re having more stunning homes coming soon for this ever popular holiday site.

For more information, visit our website www.wyldecrestholidayparks.com

Our prices are FALLing Pick one of our stunning Holiday Parks across the UK and make wonderful memories with your family and friends! Our prices for Holidays start from just £139 for up to 6 people and from £169 for up to 8 people.

And…if you’re one of our Owners, you’ll get 50% OFF Holidays!! See coupon on page 9.

Congratulations to Paul Martin who has just won our Facebook Competition! He’s going to enjoy a Holiday Break at our Badgers Retreat Holiday Park, in North Yorkshire!

Remember Angela Betts, our first Facebook Competition Winner?

She and her family enjoyed a lovely stay at Port Haverigg and they can't wait to return again!

Badgers Retreat

Bockenfield St Cyrus beach

Go to www.wyldecrestholidayparks.com or call 0844 567 8929 or email holidayenquiries@wyldecrestparks.com And don't forget to follow our Brand New Wyldecrest Holiday Parks page on Facebook!

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Autumn Suggestions Asparagus, Peas & Salami Risotto

Ingredients 2 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped,

1 generous tsp unsalted butter,

plus 1 tbsp of their canning jar oil

at room temperature

10 asparagus, cut into small pieces

1 handful of grated parmesan cheese

8 German salami slices, cut into strips

Olive oil to taste

½ cup frozen peas

Pinch of black pepper

1 cup Arborio rice 1000 ml hot vegetable stock 2 eggs

The Method Combine the sun-dried tomatoes oil with 1tsp of olive oil into a large non-stick pan and bring it to the heat. When hot, add the asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes and salami and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Then add the rice, season with pepper and let it all fry for 2 minutes more, frequently stirring.

Add now to the pan 2 ladles of hot stock, stir gently and let it cook on medium heat until the liquid evaporates. When the broth has been

Christmas cooking!

Do you have an amazing Christmas recipe? That cake that’s always a guaranteed success? Or maybe that main course that everybody loves? Share with us your BEST Christmas recipe, preferably with a picture, and you can see it featured in our next Newsletter! Send it to Vania Furet by email pr@wyldecrestparks.com or by post to: Wyldecrest House, 857 London Road, West Thurrock, Essex, RM20 3AT.

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absorbed, add again two more ladles of hot stock as well as the peas.

Always let the liquid disappears again before adding more. Repeat this process until the rice is cooked through.

Remove from the heat and stir in the butter and grated cheese. Involve well and gently. Serve the risotto straight away with a poached egg on top and scatter everything with an extra pinch of parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil.

Tip: You can mix water with some leftover stock to poach the eggs!

Fiona, who did a work placement with us at the Head Office, has made some delicious cakes using the recipe featured in the Summer Newsletter! Yummy!

Lemon & Almond Cake

Ingredients 225g unsalted butter, at room

150g ground or finely chopped

temperature

almonds

225g granulated sugar

1 ½ tsb baking powder

4 eggs, beaten

1 tbsp honey

½ tsp almond extract

Lemon curd

Zest of 1 ½ lemon 75g plain flour

Whole almonds to decorate

Steak Sandwich with Mozzarella & Asparagus

Ingredients 1 big ciabatta, cut halfway

Juice of ½ lemon

1 medium sized skirt beef steak

Pinch of salt and pepper

2 handfuls green salad leaves

Balsamic vinegar to taste

6 asparagus

Olive oil to taste

(1 handful) 1 mozzarella, cut into slices

The Method

The Method

In a large bowl, beat the butter with the sugar until soft and pale.

Add the eggs slowly, whilst continuing to beat. If the mixture starts to break, just add 1 teaspoon of flour. Add the lemon zest and almond extract and set aside.

Distribute the salad leaves and mozzarella slices between the bread and set aside.

In another bowl, mix the flour with the ground almonds and baking powder. Using a metallic spoon, gently incorporate the dry ingredients into the liquid mixture until smooth.

Pour this batter into a greased round tin and place it in a preheated oven to 190°C for about 40-45 minutes or until the cake is cooked through.

Remove from the oven, without turning it off, and allow the cake to cool a little bit before removing from the tin.

Bring a grill pan to the heat. When really hot, add the steak and season with salt and pepper. Cook the meat accordingly to your own taste. Remove it from the heat and let it rest for 2 or 3 minutes before slicing.

Return the same grill pan to the heat again and add the asparagus now. Season with a small pinch of salt and drizzle generously with the lemon juice. Grill for 3 or 4 minutes.

Add the steak slices and asparagus to the bread. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and serve with some roasted ripe vine tomatoes.

Meanwhile, arrange the almonds in a tray lined with baking parchment. Place it in the oven for around 8 minutes or until they start to be slightly toasted. At this point, drizzle them with the honey and return the tray to the oven for about 8 to 10 minutes more, until caramelised. Remove, allow to cool and then coarsely chop them using a sharp knife.

To serve, brush the top of the cake with your favourite lemon curd (if too thick to brush, just add a few drops of hot water and mix well), sprinkle with the caramelised almonds and help yourself!

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Caring Neighbour Award

Do you have a caring neighbour? Are they helping others on the park behind the scenes?

If you know someone who deserves recognition for helping others on our parks, please write to Vânia Furet at Wyldecrest House, 857 London Road, West Thurrock, Essex, RM20 3AT or email us on pr@wyldecrestparks.com.

Tell us why you think they deserve to be recognized!

New shop

in Bockenfield How lovely and practical is this new shop? Our owners and holiday makers can now find their day-to-day needs, as well as handmade cards for special occasions and a DVD and book library, at their doorstep in our Bockenfield Country Holiday Park!

Exactly at the same site where a very successful Fun Day recently took place and they’ve decided to share the funds raised with the Lung Foundation! Congratulations to the team effort!

Remember the gorgeous wagon made by our resident at Blueleighs Park, Reg Barton? Well…it’s now in full bloom and it looks even more spectacular!

Have you missed Wyldecrest's Chairman staring on BBC1 prime time series

Britain's Spending Secrets?

You can watch it right now on BBC iPlayer.

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Don't miss 'The Holiday Park Show'

11th November, at the NEC Birmingham,

because Alfie Best will be a speaker there!

Park Business Manager Awards! of the year!

And the Winner is…?!

Well, the choice is yours!!!

We have been shortlisted!

Wyldecrest Parks and Alfie Best have been shortlisted for both Retail & Property and Entrepreneur of the Year categories at 2015 LondonlovesExcellence Awards! The winners will be announced on 15th October, in London! Fingers crossed!

We are going to elect the Park Manager of The Year and the decision is in your hands!

Tell us who you think should win this award and why.

Send your nomination to Vânia Furet by email to pr@wyldecrestparks.com or by post to: Wyldecrest House, 857 London Road, West Thurrock, Essex, RM20 3AT.

Help us find the 2015 Park Manager of the Year!

Happy Birthday Find us online!

Harry Hall

With Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and our websites and blog!

Our resident Harry Hall has just turned 100 years YOUNG! And he has been living at Shirkoak Park, in Kent, since 1965! We’re delighted for having him in our family! Many happy returns!

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Developing Cornwall More work improvements are also under way at some of the Wyldecrest residential sites in Cornwall. At the Old Rectory Mews House, in St Columb, the refurbishments are in progress to transform the gorgeous building at the park entrance to its former glory!

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Plus, if you fancy living in the South West, then don’t miss out on this opportunity because the New Development at Glenleigh Park, in St Austell, is now ready, waiting for more happy owners! Like Mr and Mrs Scott who already went to Omar factory with our team to choose their brand new bespoke home!

And they lived happily ever after!

The Wyldecrest family would like to congratulate Gary & Debra, our Willow Park residents, for their wedding last September!!

Welcome!

“We came to Bockenfield on the way home from a lodge holiday in Dunoon. We’d enjoyed the lifestyle so much that wanted to look around for a holiday park more local to us. We’ve looked at a couple of different places but with Bockenfield being on our route home, we’ve decided to take a look…and, straight away, we fell in love with the atmosphere. It feels so homely and our 6 years old boy loves the playground. We’ve never been happier with any decision we’ve made and with Ron and Julie at the helm it will go from strength to strength!” - Norman, Vicky and William, our brand new owners at Bockenfield Country Holiday Park

“We have now completed our first 12 months here and enjoyed every minute, looking forward to many years more. Thanks for all your help and advice in getting us such a nice spot!”

Steve & Debbie Mesney, Ladycroft Park residents

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Badgers Retreat When our Park Managers Barbara and George arrived from their holiday, they’ve found these lovely sheep in our Badgers Retreat Holiday Park! It’s such a heavenly retreat that even the sheep want to live there!!

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50% OFF

HOLIDAYS

FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS! Let your family and friends enjoy a lovely break with us with 50% OFF at all our Holiday Parks! This promotion is only available for family and friends of owners!

www.wyldecrestholidayparks.com Or contact us on 0844 567 8929

Subject to availability. Terms and Conditions apply.

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They are a principal lender which means that they do not pass your application on to another party or bank‌. they make ALL the decisions and are able to create their own unique criteria to meet YOUR needs.

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YOUR HOME

OUR PASSION

Holiday as often as you like

with your very own

Holiday

Home

Holiday Parks Residential Parks

Holiday whenever you want & make lots of wonderful memories with family & friends!

BEA UT INL IFUL & C AND O LOC ASTAL ATI ONS

• Up to 12 month Owners season* • Friendly and safe park communities • One of the UK’s largest Park operators • Part Exchange Scheme* • Guaranteed Finance available* •Up to 10 year warranty on BRAND NEW Holiday Homes and Lodges* • Coastal located picturesque parks

Badgers Retreat

Bockenfield St Cyrus beach

Port Haverigg

BRAND NEW PARK !

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Saltmarshe Castle

For more information on our Holiday Homes for sale please visit www.wyldecrestholidayparks.com *Terms and conditions apply.

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£114,994 40x20 Omar Regency Westfield

£59,995 38 x 14 Omar Southwold

Port Haverigg Marina Village, Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4LG

Badgers Retreat, Tunstall, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 7RF

£54,995 38 x 14 Stately Salisbury

£54,995 38 x 14 Stately Salisbury

£34,995 37 x 12 Atlas Ruby

£28,995 36 x 12 Atlas Moonstone

Bockenfield Country Park, Felton, Nr. Morpeth, Northumberland NE65 9QJ

Port Haverigg Marina Village, Haverigg, Millom , Cumbria, LA18 4LG

Badgers Retreat, Tunstall, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 7RF

Badgers Retreat, Tunstall, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 7RF

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£28,995 35 x 12 Atlas Moonstone

£34,995 38 x 12 Stately Seawood

St Cyrus Park, St Cyrus, Montrose, Scotland DD10 0DJ

Bockenfield Country Park, Felton, Nr. Morpeth, Northumberland NE65 9QJ

£32,995 35 x 12 Willerby Vacation

£28,995 35 x 12 Atlas Everglade

Saltmarshe Castle Park, Stourport Rd, Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7 4PN

St Cyrus Park, St Cyrus, Montrose, Scotland DD10 0DJ

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YOUR HOME

OUR PASSION

Residential Own a

Park Home

Enjoy the golden years of your retirement by downsizing to a Park Home, releasing equity and enjoying your nest egg!

• One of the UK’s largest Park Home operator • Park Managers for a safe & secure environment • O ver 50’s retired & semi-retired residential park communities • Nationwide picturesque & peaceful park locations • 10 year warranty on BRAND NEW Park Homes* • Save £££’s on reduced bills & outgoings • Guaranteed Finance available* • Part Exchange Scheme*

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TELL YOUR FRIENDS! Do you know anyone that would be interested in Park Home living?

Remember, if you refer someone and they go on to purchase with us, you'll receive £1,000* CASH!

For more information on our Park Homes for sale please visit www.wyldecrestparks.com or call the sales team on 0844 567 0011 *Terms and conditions apply.

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Offers over £175,995 50x20 Omar Tudor

£179,995 36 x 18 Omar Regency

Shirkoak Park, Bethersden Road, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent TN26 3RP

Bayworth Park, Bayworth, Abingdon,

£149,995 50 x 20 Omar Sandringham

£146,995 50 x 20 Omar Accent

Bridgend Park, Brewery Road, Wooler,

Bridgend Park, Brewery Road, Wooler,

Northumberland, NE71 6QG

Northumberland, NE71 6QG

£115,995 36 x 20 Stately Tredegar Contemp

£109,995 36 x 20 Stately Tredegar Contemp

Orchard Park, Orchard Park Lane, Elton,

Willow Park, Colliery Lane, Gladstone Way, Mancot, Deeside,

Cheshire, CH2 4NQ

Flintshire, CH5 3TZ

Oxfordshire OX13 6QX

£99,995 40 x 20 Omar Regency

£109,950 40 x 10 Stately Tredegar Contemp

Gattington Park, Dog Dyke, Hawthorn, Coningsby,

Ladycroft Park, Berry Lane, Blewbury, Didcot,

Lincolnshire LN4 4XA

Oxfordshire OX11 9QN

£125,000 36 x 20 Tingdene Hayden Lakeview Park, Cummings Hall Lane, Noak Hill,

£185,995 36 x 20 Stately Tredegar Under Offer

Romford, Essex, RM3 7LE

Ladycroft Park, Berry Lane, Blewbury, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 9QN

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£2,000 discount...

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*

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5 £69,99

had your eye on...

..when you part exchange or upgrade your park home!

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*Recieve £2,000 discount when you part exchange or upgrade to a new Park Home. Part exchange monies must be used towards the cost of your new and or upgraded Park Home on a Wyldecrest Park only. Part exchange monies will be subject to age, make, model and condition of your Park Home in the current market at the time of valuation. Images are for illustration purposes. Brand new park homes start from as little as £69,995 which is based on a 42 x 10 single model. Prices vary between parks and models. Terms and conditions apply. This promotion is only valid on selected parks.

FANCY A PARK HOME REFURB? Nuvex Ltd is a new company that burst into the Park Home industry back in 2011, specialised in exterior refurbishments of Park Homes.

Its Director, Darren Baker, has decided to start the company because he wanted to make a difference to the industry. And he’s already leaving his very own mark.

After years witnessing what they consider as “appallingly shoddy work”, Nuvex has just decided to launch the first ever Giveaway to win a “Freefurb”.

The idea behind this awesome prize is to give something back to the park home community, as the same time as they have the opportunity to prove their value as a company: a professional and big-hearted refurbishment company that’s keen to make the difference.

When this project started earlier this year, Nuvex was hoping to help somebody

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struggling to get refurbishment work done, through no fault of their own. For example, a poor previous repair job by dodgy workmen or a situation that just stood out for a variety of other reasons.

That dream came true for Ian and Pam Stevenson, from Porchester, whose home was completely transformed in the first giveaway back in July 2015. Ian explained: “Having lived in our home for 30 years, we tried to keep it in good condition but it was getting on top of us. I wasn’t sure what to do next as more problems appeared. I knew I needed to look for another solution and seek specialist help”.

He assured: “If Nuvex hadn’t stepped in, I don’t know what we’d have done. We’re hoping to save quite a bit on our heating costs over winter, and since Nuvex have replaced the windows and doors, the larger windows let more light in so our home feels much brighter” And he added:

“We really are so grateful to Nuvex we couldn’t believe we’d won it!”.

WIN A FREE REFU RB APPL !

Y NOW !

Yes, but it’s true, they did win!

So, if you fancy being the next lucky recipient, please visit Nuvex website or call 01933 222 300 for more information.

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OUR REFERRAL SCHEME

Earn yourself a little extra cash! We have, not one, but TWO BRAND NEW Owner Referral schemes available.

Residential Owner Referral

Holiday Park Owner Referral

Have you suggested a friend or a relative moves onto one of our Residential Parks? From now on, if you introduce a new customer who buys a brand new residential home and moves in within 6 months

Alternatively, recommend a friend or relative to a Wyldecrest Holiday Park who goes on to purchase a Holiday Home with us and you can earn up to £1,000! The more friends you refer to Wyldecrest, the more you will benefit...

you will be paid £1,000!

1st Referral - £500 for you 2nd Referral - £750 for you 3rd Referral - £1,000 for you

For more information or to submit a friend or relatives details please complete a contact us form or call the sales team on 0844 567 0011. *Subject to Terms and Conditions.

Advertise with us!

Are you a local business looking to reach up to 26,000 engaged customers? By advertising with us, you'll have your business reaching all Wyldecrest Parks' Owners. Our prices start from £125 for a 3 month period.

To know more about our Special Advertising Packages, contact us on pr@wyldecrestparks.com

Holiday Home Sublet Scheme Fancy earning an extra income from your Holiday Home? Why not let Wyldecrest rent it for you whilst you sit back and let the money roll in! It’s that simple!

Ask a member of the Sales Team for more information or email: holidayenquiries@wyldecrestparks.com

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Extreme Makeover!

Our Harewood Park resident, Steven Tully, has decided to do a full refurbishment into his beloved Park Home located in Andover, Hampshire!

The project was carried out by SH Park Homes and it involved a complete refurbishment of the inside of the home which, amongst many other transformations and improvements, has now new ceilings and wallboards, a larger and renewed bathroom and a brand new open plan kitchen.

“My house really looks like a home for me now!

Everything looks fantastic and I’m really happy with the service provided and the decision I’ve made!”, says Steven, who is now loving even more his park home lifestyle!

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We're proudly supporting...

BEN 'DURACELL' JONES Crawley champion boxer Ben Jones has chosen our Port Haverigg Marina Village Holiday Park to be the stage of his team’s training camp, between 31st August and 4th September.

The athlete, who’s known as “Duracell” for his non-stop action and his amazing fitness levels, carried out his training regime having the gorgeous town of Millom, in Cumbria, as a scenario and the Millom Rugby League Club as the stage for his pad work sessions.

In fact, the Open Training Day organised by Wyldecrest Parks

“A big Thank You to the local community and especially to Alfie Best and all the Wyldecrest team for making us feeling so welcome”, says the boxer.

“It’s a pleasure to support Ben Jones and I’m sure he couldn’t have had a better scenario for his training camp: I know he spent a fantastic time at Port Haverigg and that’s exactly what he needed for his next title fight that’s coming up”, Alfie Best states.

and Ben Jones’ team at the Millom Fight Club was attended

Did you know that Wyldecrest Parks’ Chairman is a former

by a large number of fans and it was a tremendous success,

amateur boxer himself as well as his son Alfie Best Junior?

especially amongst the younger ones!

Ben Jones, who retains the WBO European, IBO Intercontinental & English Super Feather Weight titles is in great form, having won 3 warm-up fights with knock-outs in the last four months in build up to a title fight in October, which can open up many other titles across Europe and potentially a shot at the world title.

Wyldecrest Parks is supporting Ben on his next title journey!

Good luck!

“That place (Port Haverigg) immediately caught my eye while we were looking for places to do our training camp. I’ve felt it was perfect for us” Ben Jones remembers.

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SAFEGUARD PARK HOME INSURANCE At Safeguard we have many years’ experience providing insurance for Static and Park homes. We have a friendly and experienced team who understand everything from the detail of discounts available for security fixtures, to all the differing requirements for contents, accidental damage and flooding.

Our experience in the leisure insurance industry began when we started to insure motorhomes over 30 years ago.

Since then the business has grown, and our knowledge and expertise now spans insurance for motorhomes, caravans, static caravans and park homes.

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Park homes are, by their nature, a non-standard home, so all our mobile park home insurance policies are comprehensive and our staff is trained in the field of specialist park home insurance services.

From lush landscapes to wonderful times with family and friends, there’s nothing better than spending time in your park home. However, being on a site does come with its own common risks, such as storms, falling trees and burst pipes. We can provide insurance that will help protect it properly.

HAVE OF M PEACE IND W IT SAFE GUAR H D PARK HOME INSU RANC E!

Getting the correct cover At Safeguard we include contents insurance as part of our specialist park homes insurance policy – but we always recommend that customers accurately value their possessions and the sum insured of the park home to avoid the risk of underinsurance.

Make sure you include other outdoor areas, as damage can easily occur to structures and items on verandas, outdoor furniture, patios, and storage units such as sheds.

Your park home is probably one of your most significant investments, so you understand the importance of insuring it.

Tell us more about your park home and we'll give you a quote to protect it. One of our friendly team will be happy to help.

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Park Homes - Do I need a Solicitor?

This is a question that I am regularly asked. The answer that I would normally give is that it is up to you. But how would you go about making this kind of decision without knowing all of the relevant factors? I will try and assist you in finding your way to making the correct decision.

In terms of buying and selling a mobile home, you do not have to have a solicitor in the same way that you do with bricks and mortar as there is no conveyancing or land registry requirements. Following the changes to the Mobile Homes Act in 2013, the sale and purchase of a mobile home is a simple process and can be dealt with by using the 5 schedules produced by the DCLG (Department of Communities and Local Government) who also produce a number of helpful factsheets. As long as the forms are completed, the process is quite straightforward however if you feel that you would like to have your interests represented, then ask a solicitor or other legal representative to look after your interests. Similarly if you have a dispute, this is now generally dealt with by the First-tier Tribunal Property Chamber and not the County Court. The hearings (if required as cases can be determined by paper submissions only) are much more informal than the Courts and the Tribunal take into account the legal knowledge of the parties. All you have to do is tell the Tribunal what your issues are and why you believe they are a term of your agreement they will make a determination. They are used to dealing with litigants in person and will try to make you feel as comfortable as possible. Again if you feel the need to be represented you should seek legal advice and ask a solicitor or other legal representative to represent you or look after your interests.

If you do decide to appoint a solicitor or other legal representative, the next question is how do you make your decision on who to choose and how much will it cost me. I will cover this in the next edition of the Wyldecrest Newsletter however in the meantime if you have any issues or are in the process of selling your mobile home, please feel free to contact us. With over 40 mobile home parks nationwide, we have an extensive knowledge of mobile home legislation and dispute resolution and will be only too happy to help you.

David Sunderland, Wyldecrest Estates Director

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